Not exact matches
Human dander can cause
allergic rashes in dogs
and cats —
and in other
humans.
Hypoallergenic
cats such as the Russian Blue
cats, Siberian
cats, Devon Rex
cats and Cornish Rex
cats all have proven to be less likely to produce an
allergic reaction in
humans.
Cats can have an
allergic reaction to almost anything, just like their
human companions
and this can lead to dry, scaly skin.
Like
human saliva,
cat saliva comprises several elements, some of which are innocuous
and others that could be harmful, especially to those who are
allergic.
Dogs
and cats are generally
allergic to the same substances that trigger hay fever in
humans, with pollens, mildew, animal dander, dust mites,
and molds being the most common offenders.
Unlike
humans whose allergy symptoms usually involve the respiratory tract, dog allergies
and cat allergies more often take the form of skin irritation or inflammation — a condition called
allergic dermatitis.
Since one of the main causes for skin
and ear problems in dogs
and cats is allergies, Dr. Rosales also is specialized in
allergic disorders of animals, similar to a
human allergist / immunologist.
Similar to that of the
humans,
cats can also be
allergic to other substances
and chemicals, including household cleaning chemicals
and sprays.
Some patients may have an
allergic reaction to the proteins found in animal saliva
and urine; when animals lick themselves, the proteins transfer to the fur
and can cause a reaction in
humans that is similar to if they were directly licked by the
cat or dog.